Publisher's Synopsis
Rambles In Northwestern America: From The Pacific Ocean To The Rocky Mountains is a travelogue written by John Mortimer Murphy and published in 1879. The book describes the author's journey through the northwestern region of America, from the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains. Murphy begins his journey in San Francisco and travels northward through Oregon and Washington, exploring the natural beauty of the region and meeting the diverse people who call it home. He describes the landscape, flora, and fauna of the area in vivid detail, as well as the customs and traditions of the Native American tribes he encounters along the way.Throughout the book, Murphy shares his observations on the social and cultural changes taking place in the region, including the impact of the gold rush and the arrival of settlers from the East. He also reflects on the challenges facing the region, such as the exploitation of natural resources and the displacement of Native American communities.Rambles In Northwestern America provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the American West in the late 19th century. Murphy's vivid descriptions and keen observations make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of the region.Being A Description Of The Physical Geography, Climate, Soil, Productions, Industrial And Commercial Resources, Scenery, Population, Education Institutions, Arboreal Botany, And Game Animals Of Oregon, Washington Territory, Idaho, Montana, Utah, And Wyoming.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
